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Journey to Joy 12 72 and sometimes, I would see a small point or ball of light floating in front of me, something I had rarely perceived in my meditation at home. Even the memory of such experiences c

The text discusses the author's personal journey with meditation, notably Dhammakaya meditation, and its significant benefits in managing stress during a demanding doctoral program. It highlights uniq

118. EFFECTIVE WAY TO MAKE RESOLUTIONS Luang Por Wat Paknam taught me that the most effective way to make fruitful resolutions was to make them while focusing between their blessings. When they begin

Luang Por Wat Paknam emphasizes making resolutions with a focus between blessings during the blessing chant 'Yadtha'. Visualizing a clear Buddha image aids the resolution process, ensuring they resona

And what is our biggest crisis? Birth. When the umbilical cord is cut, we become independent, and we have to find the four elements for ourselves. When we first start out in life, we are not only the

The text discusses the inherent challenges and crises faced at birth, emphasizing the transition to independence and the need to find essential elements for survival. It highlights the debt of gratitu

Luang Por's STORY 21 Luang Por Dhammajayo was born Chaiyaboon Suddhipol on April 22, 1944, to the family of Janyong and Juree Suddhipol. He grew up in a small house on the bank of the Chao Praya Rive

Luang Por Dhammajayo, born Chaiyaboon Suddhipol on April 22, 1944, in Singburi, Thailand, had a keen interest in Buddhism from a young age. Raised by an engineer father, he frequently attended boardin

32 Pearls of Inner Wisdom 20.Given the Choice If I had my time over again, I would dedicate the healthy years from my youth onwards entirely to meditation, to master and research Dhammakaya meditation

This text emphasizes the importance of dedicating one's life to meditation and the pursuit of inner wisdom. The author reflects on the essential role of Dhammakaya meditation, noting that many people,

Knowledge and Career I urgently was longing for knowledge and wisdom to guide myself and other people in a decent way, but I didn't believe in my own abilities. Since I learned how to meditate, I chan

The text discusses the transformative power of knowledge and meditation in personal growth and career success. The author reflects on their journey from self-doubt to recognizing their potential and d

Journey to Joy 128 anger, dissatisfaction in life, depression, physical dysfunctions, burning out symptoms and different stages of inner and outer conflicts, mainly showing up in their partnerships an

In 'Journey to Joy', the focus is on addressing the negative emotions and conflicts in life, particularly those manifesting in family and partnership dynamics. The text emphasizes the importance of te

Journey to Joy 136 find the help you way to reach your biggest goal in life. You will get satisfaction and joy. Everything you are looking for - you will find not outside, but inside yourself. No one

In 'Journey to Joy', the author emphasizes the importance of looking within oneself to achieve life goals. Through the practice of meditation, individuals can uncover their inner light, leading to sat

Journey to Joy 150 things is not the correct way to resolve one's problems. If we have to face misfortune over and over again, we would have to go through the same distress because our minds lack the

This passage emphasizes the importance of developing mental strength to face life's adversities. It explains how repeated misfortunes can lead to distress if we do not strengthen our minds. Meditation

112. AN EASY LIFE Why do people want to be married? Living on your own is an easy life, full of freedom. Flying like a little bird, you can go anywhere you want. November 6, 1981 113. THE PURER YOU A

The text discusses the appeal of living independently, highlighting the freedom it offers. It emphasizes that purity in body, speech, and mind is essential for attaining a clear vision of enlightenmen

Meeting #11 27 February 2010 – Ashram Bandita LP Joshua has been in Korat for the past six weeks helping with a massive ordination project that the Wat initiated, and when he returns, he brings b

In this meeting at Ashram Bandita, LP Joshua shares stories from his six-week trip in Korat for a significant ordination project. He brings back turtle-planters symbolizing long life. Luang Por’s cont

The Lord Buddha's Teachings The Lord Buddha's Teachings Solve the Root Causes of Life's Problems Habits, Mind, Body, Word 1. The Lord Buddha's Teachings aim to completely remove defilements from the

The Lord Buddha's Teachings focus on eliminating defilements from the mind to resolve all problems in life. By mastering one's habits, which govern both the body and mind, individuals can achieve cont

Contents Acknowledgements Foreword. 4 • 5 Preface⚫ 6 AIM IN LIFE. 9 THE IMPORTANCE OF DHAMMAKAYA • 19 REASONS TO MEDITATE. 27 MEDITATION TECHNIQUE ⚫ 37 MAINTAINING MEDITATION IN EVERYDAY LIFE⚫ 57 ELEM

This book explores the principles of Dhammakaya meditation, emphasizing its importance in achieving a peaceful mind and integrating meditation into daily practices. It offers insights into the lifesty

Wisdom 5) Take this light with you everywhere. We can replicate the meditative bliss we achieved at the DIMC in every waking moment, and in our every location in a "moving, waking meditation". 6) Tran

This text highlights the significance of carrying meditative principles into daily life, emphasizing that true transformation starts within ourselves. It underscores the importance of unity in spiritu

Journey to Joy 214 Mr. Chan Poi Koun (Singapore) ❝"Once I started meditating, my life began to change. I am more calm and not as serious as I was before. I feel I can release my anxiety, but most impo

This text captures the profound effects of meditation on an individual's life, as shared by Mr. Chan Poi Koun from Singapore. He describes a significant change in his demeanor, noting that meditation

Peace brashness of youth thought ourselves to be invincible... but alas, such was not the case. It was during that year, while stationed in Thailand, that I came to know and love the Thai people and t

In this reflective piece, the author shares their profound love for the Thai people and culture acquired during their time stationed in Thailand. The Thai way of life provided solace amidst war's chao

until I tried to stop the frantic deluge of thoughts, each vying for my attention! I realized, then, for the first time in my life, how frenzied my “untrained mind" was after a lifetime of being taugh

In this reflective passage, the author shares their experience of realizing the chaos of an untrained mind and the need for meditation to achieve tranquility. The Dhammakaya method emphasizes the impo

109. BUILD UP MERIT A layperson expressed the desire to go on a meditation retreat, but was concerned about her grown son being left alone. When a man and a woman are in love, the world becomes a colo

In this text, the author emphasizes the significance of merit and demerit as the only true possessions we carry beyond this life. The discussion opens with a layperson's dilemma about meditation retre

TRAINING FOR LIVING AND TRAINING FOR LIFE The True Goal of Education True education is akin to an elementary level of achieving three different levels of wisdom or knowledge. The wisdom from listenin

True education encompasses attaining wisdom through listening, analyzing, and ultimately through meditation. The journey to enlightenment involves purifying the mind from kilesa. Just as a fisherman n

I have seen parents make funeral arrangements for their children, grandparents for their grandchildren. It should not be this way, and I certainly did not want this to happen to me. But since life is

The narrative emphasizes the unexpected nature of life, highlighting the author's struggle to prioritize ordination amidst personal and familial obligations. With deteriorating health in family member